February 2026

Obituaries

Obituary of Debora Ann Sipps of Westfield, PA

Debora Ann Sipps, age 65 of Westfield, PA, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Born December 28, 1960, in Texas, she was the daughter of the late William C. and Joanne (Hall) Eufer, Sr. Deb married Michael C. Sipps, Jr., on December 19, 1981, and they shared […]

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Obituary of Stephen A. Saunders of Mansfield, PA

Stephen A. Saunders, 78, of Mansfield, PA, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather (Umpa) entered eternal rest on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Born on Monday, September 29, 1947, in Blossburg, PA, he was the son of late Merton W. and Theresa M. (Patt) Saunders. He was preceded in death by: his precious infant son Mark;

News

Help Local Animals During Raise the Region 2 Day Fundraising Event on March 11-12

Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries is proud to participate in this year’s Raise the Region, the area’s largest online giving event. From 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, through 11:59 p.m. Thursday, March 12, make a donation to Second Chance at www.raisetheregion.org/organization/Second-Chance-Animal-Sanctuaries to help local animals in need. According to the website, “Raise the Region® is

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Tractor Trailer Goes Partially Over Embankment

FNN Article © Monday, February 23, 2026. (This article has 3 images). LYCOMING COUNTY, PA – Trout Run fire crews were dispatched to a tractor trailer accident in the 20,000 block of Route 15 Highway in the Southbound lanes. Trout Run Fire Chief and Lieutenant 1-16 arrived on scene first and confirmed that a tractor

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Obituary of Martha Jean Gee of Lawrenceville, PA

Martha Jean Gee, age 81 of Lawrenceville, PA, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, at St. James Hospital in Hornell, NY. She was born on Friday, August 4, 1944, in Elmira, NY, and was a daughter to the late Frank and Mollie (Coleman) Beardslee. On August 2, 1962, Richard A. “Dick” Gee married Martha,

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Obituary of Phillip Joseph Carey of Ithaca, NY

Phillip Joseph Carey, age 68, of Ithaca, NY, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY. He was born on Tuesday, December 3, 1957 in Blossburg, PA, a son of Joseph and Shirley (Hunter) Carey. He worked at M&M Wood Products. He enjoyed spending time

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Obituary of Cynthia Frances Schatz of Mansfield, PA

Cynthia Frances Schatz, age 75, of Mansfield, PA, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Guthrie Corning Hospital in Corning, NY. She was born on March 9, 1950 in Norristown, PA, the daughter of John Catherine (Sitartz) McCrudden. Cynthia was married to Karl Frederick Schatz. She worked for the Montgomery County Prison. She enjoyed

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Propane-Powered Buses Unveiled By BeST Transit

FNN Article Friday, February 20, 2026. Image 1 – Ribbon Cutting. Image 2 – Pennsylvania Secretary of Transportation Mike Carroll address the crowd during the unveiling event. (Click on images to enlarge). BRADFORD COUNTY, PA – BeST Transit unveiled their new buses on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Greens Landing in Athens Township. The new

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Obituary of Wade A. Gile of Mansfield, PA

Wade A. Gile, age 54, of Mansfield, PA, died on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. He was born on Sunday, March 21, 1971, at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro, PA. He was a son of the late Thomas Gile and Dianne (Smith) Kennedy. Wade was a self employed contractor. He was member of the

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PUC to Investigate UGI’s Natural Gas Rate Increase Request

Release – Thursday, February 19, 2026. Proposed Rate Changes Suspended Pending Full PUC Investigation HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today voted 5-0 to suspend and investigate a proposed rate increase by UGI Utilities, Inc. – Gas Division (UGI) for natural gas distribution service to approximately 690,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in 46 counties across

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PUC Advances Proposed Rulemaking to Codify Key Consumer Protections and Strengthen Stability for Utilities and Households

Release – Thursday, February 19, 2026. Commission issues Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and sets public comment period on regulations for key consumer safeguards HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today voted 4-1 to approve a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR) that would formally incorporate key consumer protections into the Commission’s regulations, advancing an effort

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Obituary of Terry L. Brill of Wellsboro, PA

Terry L. Brill, 70, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on November 12, 1955, Terry was the son of the late Arnold “Bud” and Shirley (Fletcher) Brill. He carried a strong work ethic throughout his life, beginning his career at

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Obituary of David D. Gurnsey of Wellsboro, PA

David D. Gurnsey, age 67 of Wellsboro, PA, passed away at his home on February 15, 2026. He was born on Friday, August 22, 1958, in Wellsboro to the late Daniel and Faye Gurnsey of Addison, NY. Dave attended Williamson Jr. Sr. High School in Tioga, PA, class of 1976. After graduating from high school,

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Obituary of Gary W. Wolfe of Middlebury Center, PA

Gary W. Wolfe, 71, of Middlebury Center, PA, passed away on Saturday February 14, 2026, at his home. He was born August 23, 1954, in Keyser, WV, the son of the late Leonard W. and Frances E. (Fanto) Wolfe.  He married the former Gloria A. Fuller, and they have been married for 52 years. Gary graduated from Keyser High

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Obituary of Michael J. Wadlinger of Wellsboro, PA

Michael J. Wadlinger, 56, died peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Born in Philadelphia, he was a beloved resident of Wellsboro, PA, for more than 30 years. He was the son of the late Marion (Miller) and John Wadlinger, and is survived by his siblings, along with many nieces, nephews, great‑nieces, and great‑nephews. Michael spent

Sports

Mansfield Grinds Out 72-68 Victory Over Bloomsburg

CU-Mansfield Sports Release – Thursday, February 19, 2026. MANSFIELD, PA. – The Mansfield Mountaineers men’s basketball team claimed a gritty victory over PSAC rival Bloomsburg, by a score of 72-68, on Wednesday, Feb. 18, inside Decker Gymnasium. Four Mountaineers scored in double figures with Sterling Scott leading the way with 18 points. Diarmid Stewart had 17 points and a

Sports

Mountaineers Upended by Huskies

CU-Mansfield Sports Release – Thursday, February 19, 2026. MANSFIELD, Pa. – The Mansfield Mountaineers women’s basketball team (3-23, 1-18 PSAC) competed against Bloomsburg, on Wednesday February 18, at Decker Gymnasium. The Mountaineers dropped the contest 61-49. Katie Sheeler led with 26 points, five rebounds, two assists. and one block. KJ Gordon collected seven points, four rebounds and one

Crime News

Theft of Snowmobile From Delmar Twp Reported

PSP-Mansfield Release – Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Case No. PA 2026-201801, WELLSBORO, PA – A white 1989 white E-Z-Go Polaris Snowmobile was reported stolen from a 67-year-old Wellsboro man earlier this week. Pennsylvania State Police based in Mansfield continue their investigation into the theft of the snowmobile that took place early Monday morning, February 16, 2026,

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